Description

This interactive, discussion-based course teaches career planning through the lens of personal and professional leadership. Students will explore leadership concepts and apply them to clarify their strengths, values, and career interests. Through self-assessments, discussions, informational interviewing, and skill-building activities, students will develop the insight and confidence to navigate their career. The course culminates in a Leadership Development Plan presentation, where each student outlines their career vision, goals, and next steps. The course alternates between careers in academia and the life sciences industry (see syllabus for the semester's topic), while maintaining a consistent emphasis on self-awareness and strategic career development. This course is open to all GSBS students and is especially recommended for post-candidacy PhD students and final-year MS students preparing for their next career step.